Epitaxy Engineer

Our Client

A global photonics solutions provider specializing in the design and fabrication of advanced III‑V semiconductor devices. With a strong foothold in the optoelectronics sector, the company offers custom foundry services for a range of materials including InP, GaAs, GaN, and GaSb. It serves multiple high‑tech markets, supporting demanding applications in optical communications, sensing, and next‑generation photonic systems. The organization operates under ISO 9001 standards and integrates R&D, wafer fabrication, and backend assembly at its main facility.

Lead the development, optimization, and sustainment of MOCVD epitaxy processes for III‑V materials. Drive continuous improvement in production yield and process stability to enable scalable manufacturing of optoelectronic components. Act as a key interface between R&D and Operations to ensure seamless technology transfer and robust process readiness for high‑volume production.

• Develop, document, and maintain a robust MOCVD process library
• Define and monitor SPC parameters and implement daily process control routines
• Lead process optimization and troubleshoot deviations

• Analyze process yield trends and identify root causes of variability
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve end‑to‑end process integration
• Implement best practices to stabilize and standardize critical steps

• Transition new epitaxial structures from R&D to production with full qualification
• Support NPI ramp‑up by defining process control plans and acceptance criteria
• Manage pilot lots and validate reproducibility

• Own assigned MOCVD tools, ensuring uptime and performance KPIs
• Interface with metrology and characterization systems for layer quality validation
• Participate in tool upgrades, retrofits, and capability expansion

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer‑specific documentation requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering protocols and quality controls
• Publish technical reports on process performance and innovation

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in compound semiconductor manufacturing
• Proven expertise in MOCVD epitaxial growth of III‑V materials (InP, GaAs, or related)
• Experience with Aixtron MOCVD systems
• Solid understanding of epitaxial metrology and process control methodologies
• Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field

• Experience in scaling epitaxial processes to high‑volume production
• Background in optoelectronic device fabrication or photonic integrated circuits
• Familiarity with ISO‑certified environments and technical documentation standards
• Track record of publishing technical findings or participating in collaborative R&D